Armenian Transliteration
Հայերեն
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About Armenian Transliteration
Armenian has 38 letters, invented by Mesrop Mashtots in 405 CE.
Armenian is an independent script, not derived from Greek or any other.
Eastern and Western Armenian use different letter forms.
History
Armenian was created in 405 CE specifically for the Armenian language.
Mesrop Mashtots reportedly created the script to preserve Armenian Christianity.
It is one of the oldest independent alphabets in the world.
Things You Might Not Know
- •The Armenian word for "Armenian" is Հայերն (Hayern).
- •Armenian has several letters not found in any other script.
- •Some letters look similar but have different sounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is the Armenian alphabet?
Created in 405 CE - over 1,600 years old.
Is Armenian related to Greek?
No - Armenian is an independent script family.
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